CVE-2016-10192: Heap-based buffer overflow in ffserver.c in FFmpeg before 2.8.10, 3.0.x before 3.0.5, 3.1.x before 3.1.6, a...

Security readout for executives and security teams

CVE-2016-10192 is a remote code execution risk in FFmpeg's ffserver component. A vulnerable, network-reachable ffserver could be crashed or potentially taken over through a heap buffer overflow. The bundle does not show active exploitation, but the impact is serious where old ffserver deployments remain exposed. Exposure is most likely on systems running the ffserver component from the listed FFmpeg versions, especially if reachable over a network. The provided affected-product metadata is incomplete, so confirm exposure through installed package versions and actual ffserver use. Treat this as a high-priority legacy exposure issue. The business urgency depends on whether ffserver is actually deployed and reachable, but remote code execution potential justifies rapid inventory and remediation. Mitigation focus: Upgrade FFmpeg to 2.8.10, 3.0.5, 3.1.6, 3.2.2, or later fixed releases.; Disable ffserver where it is not required.; Restrict network access to ffserver until fixed or retired..

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Jun 13, 2026, 06:20 UTC (UTC+00:00)

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